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Chapter 9: Messages for Inquiries and Requests
Chapter Summary
The ability to handle routine communication situations effectively on a daily basis will make you a productive, valued employee. Inquiries and requests, such as appointment and reservation requests, buying inquiries, and general requests, are commonplace in today's business world.
In Chapter 9 you will look at techniques for preparing responses to such routine correspondence. Replying to inquiries and requests completes the exchange of information, whether it be orally or in writing. You will also look at how to write form letters and how to decide when they are appropriate.
The Chapter 9 online resources will reinforce and enhance your study of the chapter content. Begin your exploration by choosing one of the chapter links.
Online Exercise Links
Airline Web sites
Southwest Airlines
http://www.southwest.com
United Airlines
http://www.ual.com
American Airlines
http://www.aa.com
Alaska Airlines
http://www.alaskaair.com
Northwest Airlines
http://www.nwa.com
Delta Airlines
http://www.delta.com
Retail Store Web sites
The Gap
http://www.gap.com
Nordstrom
http://www.nordstrom.com
Macys
http://www.macys.com
Levi's
http://www.levi.com
JCPenney
http://www.jcpenney.com
Wal-Mart
http://www.walmart.com
Kmart
http://www.bluelight.com/
Additional Learning Links
Bull's Eye Business Writing Tips
http://www.basic-learning.com/tips0220.htm
Basic Learning Systems, Inc., provides a list of lengthy phrases, long words, and their concise counterparts for use in business communications.
Writing Business Messages
http://owl.english.purdue.edu/workshops/pp/audorg.ppt
A Microsoft PowerPoint presentation from the Purdue Online Writing Lab (OWL).
eFlashcards
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Crossword Puzzle
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Practice Test
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